ALARA input into the design of modifications at Philadelphia Electric Company

Conference · Fri Jan 01 04:00:00 EST 1988 · Trans. Am. Nucl. Soc.; (United States)

OSTI ID:6808517

Robb, J T; Mallon, J

The engineering and research department of Philadelphia Electric Company (PECo) has recently instituted changes in the design process for major plant modifications at the company's nuclear units. These changes support the design engineer and allow for greater input of as-low-as-reasonably-achievable (ALARA) considerations in the design of modifications. At PECo the input of ALARA considerations in the design of modifications has always been a part of design practices as provided in engineering procedures. The need to establish a more formal framework for the input of ALARA criteria into the design of modifications was identified by the Institute of Nuclear Power Operations (INPO). In order to address the INPO concerns and in keeping with PECo's strong commitment to maintaining ALARA plant personnel radiation exposures, the engineering and research department has formalized a procedure to allow for an ALARA review of major plant modifications. A formal framework for the input of ALARA criteria aids the design engineer by clearly identifying systems or areas that generally represent the greatest ALARA concern.

• Research Organization: Philadelphia Electric Co., PA (USA)
• OSTI ID: 6808517
• Report Number(s): CONF-880422-
• Conference Information: Journal Name: Trans. Am. Nucl. Soc.; (United States) Journal Volume: 56
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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MODIFICATIONS
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NUCLEAR POWER PLANTS
POWER PLANTS
RADIATION PROTECTION
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